Keep it long, treasure it long.

modest play of colors

"Kasane-iro" represents the colors of plants and flowers that bloomed in the Heian period. The ALBA Riki Kasaneiro 28mm wristwatch was designed by selecting a color match that blends in with today's lifestyles from the rich color scheme. While maintaining the "ease of use and readability" that designer Riki Watanabe has been particular about, we have reinterpreted and incorporated the colors that have been handed down.

After the war, when the word “design” had not yet taken root, the value of Japanese craftsmanship was reconsidered, and the question of what a better life would look like was pursued. Inheriting the spirit of Riki Watanabe, a product designer who lived in such an era, and placing value on "things that can be used for a long time," Riki's watches are made in Japan with a focus on reliability. Although it has a design that is loved over time, it seems to be a talisman that you want to wear at all times, as it is the closest to the "now" of the person who uses it.

Japanese beautiful and rich color culture

During the Heian period, the colors of the clothes, furnishings, and letters of the aristocrats used to represent the colors of the flowers that bloomed in that season. A beautiful and rich color culture unique to Japan called "Kasane-iro" because of the overlapping colors when the beautifully dyed silk cloth is shifted little by little and worn. The watch ALBA Riki Kasaneiro 28mm was created with this in mind. A watch, which is an instrument that clearly conveys the seamless transition of daily life, and traditional Japanese colors that express the change of time with colors, have become a wristwatch that allows you to enjoy the changing time.

A play of colors with attention to detail

The watch ALBA Riki Kasaneiro 28mm is based on the classic design of the time when wristwatches first appeared. A rounded and classy form reminiscent of a pocket watch. The cowhide band dyed in beautiful colors is thin enough to elegantly complement your wrist. While considering compatibility with the color of the band, the color of the dial and the letters are also slightly matched, and the color is similar to the Japanese atmosphere while maintaining legibility. This wristwatch, which adopted a one-push buckle for ease of use, seems to reflect the spirit of the Riki brand that Mr. Riki Watanabe has always cherished.

The colors are ``AKQK461/Ochiguri-iro'', which expresses the color of ripe chestnuts, and ``AKQK462/Momiji,'' which expresses maple leaves turning red in late autumn due to frost. Kamakura 3 colors of samurai's favorite color "AKQK463 / Kurotokusa", which is recorded in the "Gikeiki" of the era. In keeping with the aesthetics of kimonos, where the color of the fabric underneath can be glimpsed through the collar and cuffs, the band is subtly colored with the color of the lining. The design allows you to match the color of your hand with the color of your hand, creating a deep and mature taste just by wearing it. Whether it's a watch or something that looks beautiful, it's a high-quality watch, so it's also recommended as a gift for someone special.

A unisex standard 36mm size is also available: WATCH ALBA KASANE IRO 28MM

Master of Industrial Design

Designer Riki Watanabe was a pioneer who brought innovation to the dawn of post-war Japanese design.
In the 1940s, when design was not yet commonplace, he created numerous masterpieces based on the origin of design and function. Watch design can be said to be Mr. Watanabe's lifework, and he has created many watches that are loved over time based on the design base that the appearance must be light no matter how thick the letters and hands are used.
In addition, in modern times, we often come into contact with Riki Watanabe's designs in our daily lives, and in addition to watches, I have been involved in many product designs for hotel interiors, chairs, furniture, service facilities and public places. rice field.

“Interior design can also be considered to enter the world of “fiction” like stage equipment. However, the space and time created by the stage and the actors must be something that transcends fiction for the audience. I can't help but look at the fiction. ] Japanese designer Riki Watanabe who left these words. Watanabe Riki's items, which were designed by a designer who remained active until his death at the age of 101, are engraved with Mr. Watanabe's "Riki" signature and his passion for design.